Swanta - Dadasiba, Kangra
Swanta is a village situated in the Dadasiba tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 90 km from Dharmsala. Lag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Swanta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Swanta is 010690. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.02 hectares and falls under the 177106 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Swanta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Swanta
As per Census 2011, Swanta village has a total population of 342 people, consisting of 187 males and 155 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 828 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 274 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Swanta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 342 | 187 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 43 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 152 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 35 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Swanta
Swanta is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Swanta
Swanta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Swanta is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Swanta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Swanta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Swanta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Swanta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Swanta
Where is Swanta located?
Swanta village is located in Dadasiba Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Swanta?
The Gram Panchayat of Swanta is Lag.
What is the pincode of Swanta?
The pincode of Swanta is 177106.
What is the population of Swanta?
Swanta has a total population of 342, including 187 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Swanta?
There are 63 households in Swanta.
What is the literacy rate in Swanta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Swanta is 80.12%. Male literacy is 81.28% and female literacy is 78.71%.